As part of the Leeds City Region delegation at last week's MIPIM UK I had the opportunity to hear the current views on the Northern Powerhouse from five of the regions' key political figures.

Speaking in a panel discussion at MIPIM UK, each was asked to comment on the current Northern Powerhouse proposition, the impact of Brexit on the concept and aspirations for the Budget Autumn Statement.

Next week (week commencing 15th August) Leeds City Council will publish the draft Regeneration Strategy for South Bank Leeds for consultation.

The redevelopment of this area, comprising Holbeck Urban Village, the site of the proposed HS2 station, the former Carlsberg Tetley site and encompassing other prominent and high profile developments sites, such as Temple Works, the new home for Burberry, is a once in a lifetime opportunity.

A Secretary of State (SoS) decision (8 June) has confirmed a housing land supply shortfall in Leeds – with clear implications for the consideration of future applications for residential development in the short term.

The SoS agreed that the appeal by Miller Homes, for land at Boston Spa, should be allowed. The decision provides confirmation of the weight to be attached to Leeds Unitary Development Plan Review (LUDPR) policy N34; and draft neighbourhood plans, as well on the 5 year housing land supply position.

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